Benin–France relations

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Benin–France relations refer to the bilateral diplomatic relations between Benin and France.

On 19 May 2006, Nicolas Sarkozy stated that "Benin has been and remains more than ever an example for the whole of Africa."

Contemporary period

Economic dimension

France is Benin's third-largest bilateral donor, after Germany and the Netherlands.

France is Benin's leading supplier, ahead of China. France is also the leading foreign investor in Benin, accounting for 10% of total foreign direct investment.

Benin is a member of the CFA franc zone, a monetary area that benefits from a guarantee by the French Treasury.

Cultural dimension

Benin and France are full members of the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie. Benin hosts a Institut Français.

Military dimension

France provides training for officers of the Beninese Armed Forces and supports Benin's police forces.

References

France Category:Bilateral relations of France

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Benin–France relations

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Benin–France relations

Contemporary period

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